Serving 1,269 students in grades 9-12, Upper Saint Clair High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,269 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 91% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Upper Saint Clair High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Pittsburgh, PA, encompassing an area of approximately 9.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Upper Saint Clair High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Upper Saint Clair High School's student population of 1,269 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,269 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1957
School Rankings
Upper Saint Clair High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Upper Saint Clair High School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#454 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)91%
64%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
13%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
79%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
97%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.8%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
2%
Showing 2010–2023. View full 18-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Mascot
Panther
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Upper Saint Clair High School's ranking?
Upper Saint Clair High School is ranked #454 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Upper Saint Clair High School often compared to?
Upper Saint Clair High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mt Lebanon Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Upper Saint Clair High School?
The graduation rate of Upper Saint Clair High School is 97%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Upper Saint Clair High School?
1,269 students attend Upper Saint Clair High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Upper Saint Clair High School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Upper Saint Clair High School?
Upper Saint Clair High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Upper Saint Clair High School offer ?
Upper Saint Clair High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Upper Saint Clair High School part of?
Upper Saint Clair High School is part of Upper St. Clair School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
A wonderful school system with many outstanding opportunities. Lightyears ahead of most. Is competitive and demanding as is the community. Best years of our family's lives were spent there.
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